Johan Zoffany RA :

Johan Zoffany RA : society observed / edited by Martin Postle ; with contributions by Clarissa Campbell Orr ... [et al.]. - New Haven, [Conn.] ; London : Yale University Press, c2011. - 312 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), ports. (chiefly col.) ; 30 cm.

Published to accompany the exhibition of the same name held at the Yale Center for British Art, New Haven, Conn., Oct. 27th-Feb. 12th, 2012, and at Royal Academy of Arts, London, Mar. 10th-June 10th, 2012. Published in association with the Yale Center for British Art, New Haven and the Royal Academy of Arts, London.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The 18th-century painter Johan Zoffany was an astute observer of the many social circles in which he functioned as an artist. This monograph investigates his sharp wit, shrewd political appraisal and perceptive social commentary - all achieved while presenting his subjects as delightful and sophisticated members of polite society.

Specialized.

9780300176049 (hbk.) : £40.00 030017604X (hbk.) : £40.00


Zoffany, Johann, 1733-1810 --Criticism and interpretation.


Art and Design.